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How many times have you heard “Is the glass half full?” At this time last term, teachers, students and parents were facing many unknowns. What would Term 2 look like? Will we be safe? When will life return to normal?
In this final week of term, when Semester One reports become available, parents and teachers together will be best placed to identify the areas of growth. The teachers will comment on student progress in Religious Education, Maths, English and organisational skills. Parents too, will be able to identify growth in organisational skills and perhaps more than in past years - independence and even cooking skills!
This week a prep student proudly told me, “I saw nana’s car before the teacher called my name.” This young man also walked safely to the car without teacher assistance. This can’t be measured, or included in a school report, however, this child has grown in confidence and can identify his car in a line of similar vehicles.
When you read your child’s report look at what your child can do. The end of semester report will identify some areas of growth and success but there are many ways to see the glass half full!
While some regulations for Covid-19 are lifting, many will continue to be in place for Term 3. Thank you for your support and cooperation throughout this term. I wish you and your family the best for the next two weeks and hope life is a little more settled than it was at this point in time in Term 1.
Semester One reports will be available on Compass after 3 pm on Thursday, 25 June. If you do not have a Compass login, please contact the school office. Please click HERE for instructions on how to access your child's report.
God bless
Geraldine
With 2 weeks of holidays around the corner, it is a great chance to check uniforms, stock up the stationery supplies and have a look at those black shoes. I know my son is pretty good at going through a few pairs of black shoes in a school year. The school uniform policy can be found HERE or on our school website.
This week at Holy Spirit we value tolerance. Tolerance is the ability to have respect for the individual as well as mutual respect and consideration between people. Sometimes it can be difficult to agree with someone that may have a very different view to our own. Tolerance enables us to see that others should be respected for their views or opinions.
This week, as we end the term, we pray that our students show tolerance for those that are close to them and others in our community.
Saint Teresa of Calcutta reminds us to seek ‘the face of God in everything, everyone, all the time and His hand in every happening; this is what it means to be contemplative in the heart of the world. Seeing and adoring the presence of Jesus, especially in the lowly appearance of bread, and in the distressing disguise of the poor’. As the impact of COVID-19 deepens and winter approaches, the St Vincent de Paul Society is calling on Australians to dig deep and donate generously to the COVID-19 Winter Appeal. People who need help can call our helpline on 131812. To donate visit the Vinnies website: vinnies.org.au/covid19winterappeal . Your generosity is always appreciated.
A PRAYER FOR THE END OF TERM….
We thank you Lord, for this term.
For the challenges, the successes,
and the mistakes from which we have learnt.
Be with us as we spend our time with family and friends.
Guide us to be peacemakers in our family,
and to always be conscious of You in our lives.
Keep us safe in our activities;
give us good rest and good fun.
Bring us back refreshed and ready for a new term.
Amen
I hope you all have a relaxing and safe holiday!
God bless.
Caroline Fuller
New Arrivals
"A GOOD BEGINNING IS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE" - Catherine McAuley
Relationships are the foundation of every community and bring people together in so many ways. At Holy Spirit Catholic School, we would like to honour the importance of these relationships by acknowledging and celebrating with families, the joy of welcoming a new family member. Congratulations and best wishes to all students and their families celebrating a new arrival this term.
Let's celebrate the Holy Spirit community, with STRENGTH IN THE SPIRIT!
What Would Jesus Say Today?
I AM
Your house
To keep you safe
and make you feel
like you are at home.
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I am
A Library
Every question will be answered, I provide you
with entertainment and knowledge to feed your
soul and spirit giving you the key to Heaven.
Holy Spirit Parish Church has reopened for Public Masses and prayers from Saturday 13 June. We will have all the weekday and weekend masses at the usual time.
However, since we can have only 100 people at one time to attend a Mass, please ring the parish office on 4779 1404 to register for a weekend Mass.
Please make use of this opportunity to attend a Holy Mass and receive Holy Communion after a long time. Kindly pass on this message to your friends as well. Please comply with the regulations in place and the directives of the Supervisors when you come to attend a Mass."
Thank you.
Grounds Person - Casual Position Available
Holy Spirit Catholic School are currently looking for a person who is available for casual work.
Please email the school office crnbrk@tsv.catholic.edu.au for further information.
Holy Spirit Catholic School uses Flexischools ordering system. To register, login or to place orders, please click this link:
ROSTER |
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25.06.20 |
John Edwards, Rose Mcherry, Louise Daley |
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26.06.20 |
Jeena Philips-Koshy, Tim Marrinan, Virginia Novinetz |
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13.07.20 |
Brook Vass, Paula Luke | ||
14.07.20 |
Sue Viviers, Thiru Sasi Emmanuel, Tina McDonough | ||
15.07.20 |
Christine Nash, Felicity Leon, Natalie Neucom |
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CAKE (We are kindly accepting donations of packet cakes only at this time) | |||
25.06.20 |
Kathryn Cripps |
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26.06.20 |
Mayleen Nona | ||
13.07.20 |
Kat Harrington, Melissa Smith | ||
14.07.20 |
Helen Spagnol | ||
FRUIT |
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13.07.20 |
Kat Harrington | ||
14.07.20 |
Bernadette Bryant |
Save the date: Dr Seuss Picnic
Who doesn't love Dr Seuss! It has been a part of all our childhoods and the whacky author with his famous tongue twisters can bring a smile to the faces of both adults & children. Join us for a Dr Seuss themed picnic in the park. Come dressed as your favourite Dr Seuss character & BYO picnic. There will be lots of fun activities for the young & the young at heart. Pop Tuesday 18 August in your diaries and watch this space for further details.
Returning the end of July: My Dad & Me
Kids of all ages love spending time with their dads. Our monthly My Dad & Me program will return on Saturday 25 July. Get your running shoes on for some Backyard Olympics fun. ADF kids & their dads from toddlers to tweens can join in the fun. Remember: This is a Mum free zone so give her the morning off. More info will be posted to Eventbrite in coming weeks.
The calm after COVID - stepping out of isolation
For many we are entering a new phase of COVID-19 which is stepping out of isolation and re-integrating into post isolation life. Isolation may have been a period that allowed you time to develop a new skill, bake some bread and reflect on what you want your life and relationship to look like moving forward. For others it may have been a challenging time for you and your family.
Therefore moving into this next phase may leave you experiencing feelings of uncertainty, confusion, fear, grief or apprehension. Given the diverse range of experiences people have been through during this time, it is important to consider how you are feeling now and what you can do to keep yourself and your family strong moving into the next phase. Whatever your experience it is completely normal and it is important to know that there are strategies for you and your family as you step out of isolation. The four C’s were established to help cope with the stepping out phase of isolation.
Four Cs for Coping With Post-Isolation
- Control. Focus on what you can control versus what you can't. For example, you can wear a mask when you leave your home and bring sanitizer wherever you go. Also, you can rearrange your work environment to make you feel more comfortable such as moving desks apart or creating a policy or routine for sanitizing. Make a plan of action steps that will help you to feel safer and more secure when outside of your home. Follow all state and Fed health advice and policies.
- Clarify. Before you see friends, family or co-workers be clear with yourself and others about what your boundaries are. Let them know how often or in what context you feel comfortable seeing them. Be specific. A hug is not OK but 6 feet apart is alright.
- Calm. Before you leave the house, do some deep breathing exercises to reduce your anxiety level. Deep breathing is important for reducing your blood pressure and creating a sense of calm.
- Choose. Choose your pace. You don't have to jump back in fully. Take your time. Pace yourself. Go out for short amounts of time to habituate to being back in public places.
If this has raised any questions or concerns for you, DCO provides free confidential counselling to member’s and their families. If you would like support, please phone the Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608 and asked to referred to the Townsville office.
Exploring Townsville: Magnetic Island
You don't have to travel far to enjoy a holiday at home. There is so much to see & do on Maggie and it is only a short ferry ride away. Be prepared to set your watch to island time. Plan a day trip or a weekend stay. Your visit can be as relaxed or adrenaline filled as you like or maybe a bit of both. Jump on a jet ski, cuddle a koala, visit the day spa, go horse riding or eat out at one of the many restaurants. Relax and swim in the bays or take a hike on one of the Fort walks. The possibilities are endless.
Defence Family Helpline
For advice, support or local community information, contact our all-hours Defence Family Helpline. Run by the Defence Community Organisation, the Helpline is the best way to access the programs and services that we offer to help Defence families manage the military way of life.
The helpline is available 24-7 and is staffed by qualified human services professionals including social workers and psychologists.
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Date |
Event |
June |
25.06.20 |
Reports available on Compass portal |
26.06.20 |
Last day of Term 2 |
26.06.20 |
Students to wear House Colours |
Term Dates 2020 |
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Term 2 |
Monday 20 April 2020 |
Friday 26 June 2020 |
Term 3 |
Monday 13 July 2020 |
Friday 18 September 2020 |
Term 4 |
Tuesday 6 October 2020 |
Friday 4 December 2020 |
Pupil Free Day: Friday 4 September 2020 |
All uniform supplies are available at The School Locker, Domain Central (close to Bunnings).
Phone 1800 826 155
Uniform days for students:
Monday and Wednesday - Formal uniform
Tuesday and Thursday - Sports uniform
Friday - own choice
Senior shirts may be worn on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
Wednesday Assemblies |
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Prep – Year 2 |
8.40am |
Years 3 – 6 |
2.10pm |
Whole School Assemblies |
8.45am |
Daily Bell Times |
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8.15 am |
Students are allowed to move to class |
8.30 am |
School day commences |
10.30 am |
Morning tea bell |
10.55 am |
Five minute warning bell |
11.00 am |
School day resumes |
1.00 pm |
Lunch bell |
1.30 pm |
Five minute warning bell |
1.35 pm |
School day resumes. |
2.50 pm |
School day concludes |
If your child is going to be absent, please enter the details through Compass, as this is the most efficient way to inform the school.